NICHOLAS RUEDA
Winnetka,CA
Summary
Highly motivated, Fast learner with a strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Demonstrated ability to excel in fast-paced environments by quickly learning new processes and systems, experienced in providing exceptional customer service with excellent teamwork and collaboration abilities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Dishwasher/Server
Savant of Tarzana
Tarzana, CA
05.2025 - Current
- Supervised dishwashing operations, ensuring cleanliness and adherence to health standards.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on efficient dishwashing techniques and safety protocols.
- Conducted regular equipment maintenance checks to prevent breakdowns and ensure safety compliance.
- Cleared, washed and stacked all plates, dining utensils, and trays quickly and without breaking.
- Managed food and beverage orders efficiently to ensure timely delivery.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
Courtesy Clerk
Vallarta
Sylmar, CA, USA
11.2023 - 12.2024
- Kept store front end clean and organized
- Collected carts from the parking lot and store entrances
- Assisted customers with bagging groceries, loading them into their vehicles, and providing other services as needed
- Demonstrated strong customer service skills by helping customers locate items in store
- Performed routine cleaning tasks such as sweeping floors, washing windows, and dusting shelves
- Collected more than 100 shopping carts from parking lot daily and cleaned and dried soiled and wet carts.
Team Member
Yoshinoya
San Fernando, California, USA
01.2023 - 11.2023
- Gained valuable experience in a fast-paced environment by quickly learning new processes, procedures, and systems
- Developed strong customer service skills and interpersonal communication abilities by working with a diverse group of customers
- Performed cashiering duties accurately including taking orders, handling payments, making change
- Maintained cleanliness of restaurant area, including tables, chairs, floors, counters and equipment
- Excelled at multitasking, working simultaneously on multiple tasks in order to meet deadlines
Education
High School Diploma -
Canoga Park Senior High School
Canoga Park, CA06-2020
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Stress tolerance
- Chemical handling
- Sanitation practices
- Time management
- Customer service excellence
- Hospitality and accommodation
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
Food Handlers Card
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Head Dishwasher/Server
Savant of Tarzana
05.2025 - Current
Courtesy Clerk
Vallarta
11.2023 - 12.2024
Team Member
Yoshinoya
01.2023 - 11.2023
High School Diploma -
Canoga Park Senior High School